Posted by duijim in on April 8, 2024

DUI cases often require extensive investigations of facts and evidence surrounding an incident, and an experienced Atlanta DUI attorney will be able to identify weaknesses in the prosecutor’s case as well as raise legal arguments that may result in dismissals or reduced punishments such as fines or jail time. Behind the Gavel: Atlanta’s DUI Attorney (read more)

Posted by duijim in on April 3, 2024

Cultural Events and Festivals as Contributing Factors in Atlanta DUI Cases While attending music festivals or cultural events in Atlanta, it’s essential that guests don’t consume too much alcohol as driving under the influence (DUI) can lead to severe legal ramifications. Law enforcement are dedicated to keeping Atlanta safe for drivers by upholding laws against (read more)

Posted by duijim in on March 27, 2024

No matter whether this is your first DUI charge or conviction, fines, hours of community service, probation and possibly a DUI education course could all come at a steep cost to you and your vehicle insurance rate (perhaps up to 100% higher!). Your premium could increase drastically for up to one or more years depending (read more)

Posted by duijim in on March 12, 2024

Juror selection involves lawyers on both sides conducting interviews to select jurors as fair and impartial as possible. 1. Focus on the Jurors’ Character Your Atlanta DUI attorney should select jurors that are sympathetic to the defense themes in your DUI case, such as medical conditions such as arthritis or broken legs that caused field (read more)

Posted by duijim in on February 27, 2024

An alcohol or drug-related DUI conviction can dramatically change your life, from jail time and fines to driver’s license suspensions and possible jail terms. An Atlanta DUI lawyer can leverage police errors in your favor when handling your case. There are specific procedures officers are expected to abide by when administering blood and breath chemical (read more)

Posted by duijim in on January 23, 2024

Loganville offers many activities and attractions for visitors, ranging from playing Frisbee in Meridian Park to Corn Dawgs corn maze – but a DUI arrest may have long-term repercussions that alter life plans forever. After being arrested for DUI, CDL holders only have a short window of opportunity to request an administrative license suspension hearing (read more)

Posted by duijim in on January 17, 2024

Not many Atlanta DUI clients know that their license or privilege to drive in Georgia could be suspended by the Department of Driver Services after refusing a breath test during an Atlanta DUI arrest. But filing an administrative license hearing timely could delay or stop such suspension proceedings. 1. Refusal to Take a Breath Test (read more)

Posted by duijim in on January 9, 2024

Law enforcement officers use several tests, known as standardized field sobriety tests, to ascertain whether a driver is impaired. These include horizontal gaze nystagmus test, 9 step walk and turn test and one leg stand test. DUI investigations typically utilize tests with scientific backing for their investigations of DUI offenses, while officers will rely on (read more)

Posted by duijim in on January 2, 2024

An arrest for DUI can have far-reaching repercussions for all family members involved, resulting in jail time, costly fines and mandatory counseling sessions – plus potentially losing their Georgia driver’s license suspension. Georgia law adds an additional DUI Child Endangerment charge if children under 14 are present during a DUI offense, further compounding its penalties. (read more)

Posted by duijim in on December 17, 2023

Law enforcement agencies employ several strategies to curb DUI incidents. This includes working closely with community partners, conducting sobriety checkpoints and encouraging responsible driving behavior. Drivers should always act politely and cooperatively when stopped for traffic violations, and keep in mind that officers may record your interactions if an investigation of DUI takes place. Preventing (read more)